Nuclear Energy Flashcard

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What are the safety measures in place to prevent nuclear accidents in power plants?

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Strict regulations, regular inspections, redundant safety systems, emergency response plans, containment structures, and training and qualification of personnel.

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What are some potential future developments in nuclear energy technology?

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Advanced reactor designs, improved nuclear materials, and advancements in nuclear waste management and disposal techniques.

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What are the potential risks associated with nuclear waste disposal?

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Long-term radiation exposure, contamination of soil and water, accidental release of radioactive materials, and the need for long-term storage and monitoring.

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What is the purpose of a nuclear reactor in a power plant?

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To generate electricity.

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How is nuclear waste disposed of?

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Nuclear waste is disposed of through deep geological repositories, reprocessing, and storage in specially designed containers.

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What is nuclear energy?

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Energy released during nuclear fission or fusion, used to generate electricity.

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What is fission in nuclear energy?

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The process of splitting a heavy atomic nucleus into smaller nuclei, releasing energy.

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What is fusion in nuclear energy?

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The process of combining two light atomic nuclei to form a heavier nucleus, releasing energy.

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What is a nuclear reactor?

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A device used to initiate and control a sustained nuclear chain reaction for energy production.

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What is radioactive waste?

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Materials that are radioactive and are a byproduct of nuclear reactions, requiring careful disposal.